It's critical that we equip our schools and communities with the resources they need to keep our children safe, and these emergency operations plans reflect the Administration's commitment to provide local leaders with tools to help them do just that. While each school and institution is different and should have the flexibility to address its most pressing needs, these guides help ensure that every place of learning has a high-quality emergency response plan. All children should grow up free from fear and violence, and these resources move us a step closer toward reaching that promise.